New Visitor Center Aims to Recharge Local Economies
Written by Andrew MarshallSCHUYLERVILLE – The Historic Saratoga-Washington on the Hudson Partnership has received a $350,000 grant to create a visitor’s center located on the site of the former Saratoga Town Hall. The partnership will couple that money with $191,000 in state funds received last month to create a new gateway visitors center, one that they’re hoping will help jump-start the local economy. The money was awarded as part of the $785 million Gov. Andrew Cuomo allotted to the state’s regional economic development councils back in December.
WILTON – Glens Falls Hospital received approval from the New York State Department of Health late last week to pursue a $600,000 expansion project at the Medical Center at Wilton, affording the facility the opportunity to meet a growing demand for services from a growing community.
SCHUYLERVILLE – The 17th annual Frost Faire at Saratoga Battlefield is scheduled for this Saturday, January 28, just in time to fight off any cabin fever. The Frost Faire is a great chance to get outside and enjoy some unique local wintertime fun. The event, sponsored by the Town of Stillwater and Saratoga National Historical Park, kicks off at 10:30 a.m. and runs until 3 p.m. This is a free event, with activities geared for the whole family.
SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Saratoga Springs Public Library attracts over half a million visitors downtown each year, plays host to over 400 local community groups, runs approximately 800 programs open to the public, and as of 2011 can proudly boast the highest circulation numbers in its 17-year history.
WILTON – Jonathan Reid, a local menswear store, has been in business for almost fifty years outfitting weddings, proms, and other formal events. In anticipation of the upcoming prom season, Jonathan Reid will be offering free tuxedo rentals to over a dozen area school districts, in hopes those students who may not have been able to afford renting a tuxedo will be able to attend and enjoy their prom. The company feels it’s important to acknowledge the communities and patrons who have kept them around for almost half a century.
GLENS FALLS – Less than three seasons after relocating to Glens Falls, the Adirondack Phantoms are on their way out of town.
Councilman Franck Wants Answers; City Swears in New Police Officers
Written by Andrew MarshallSARATOGA SPRINGS – Saratoga City Councilman John Franck had some strong words for the Housing Authority Board of Commissioners during the latest city council meeting on January 17. The accounts commissioner told the council he has “lost his patience” with the Housing Authority Board’s director Ed Spychalski.
SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Saratoga Springs City Council approved a measure that will allow Saratoga Springs Fire Department (SSFD) to assume temporary operation of ambulance service throughout the city. SSFD has a plan in place, and could begin transporting patients in need of hospital care as soon as this week.
SARATOGA SPRINGS –As big-box stores begin to fall, many of Saratoga’s small businesses are outlasting the giants. And thanks to educated consumers and buy local initiatives, the continued success of Saratoga’s small business community means greater success for the Saratoga community as a whole.
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Dominic Inzana may only be a freshman on the Saratoga Springs wrestling team, but don’t let his young age or 106 pound frame fool you. Dominant Dominic is good old Mr. Reliable, amassing an impressive 28-3 record this season, built upon hundreds of hours of hard work, dedication and desire.
National Grid Hosts Public Forum for Proposed Pipeline
Written by Andrew MarshallMALTA – Residents were invited to a pair of informational forums and public statement hearings held by the New York State Public Safety Commission (PSC) and National Grid on Tuesday, January 10 to express their opinion on a proposed natural gas pipeline extension that would service GlobalFoundries. Representatives from the PSC, National Grid and GlobalFoundries were in attendance. Residents have been asked to volunteer statements of public record regarding their opinion on the project. Statements will be accepted until February 17, 2012.
